Overview
Canvas Pages allow faculty to create and organize instructional content directly within a course. Pages can contain text, links, images, media, and other learning resources.
Faculty can use the Rich Content Editor to format instructional materials and create content that students can access within Canvas. Pages can be saved as drafts or published when they are ready for students to view.
Before You Begin
Open the Canvas course where you want to create or edit a page. Consider the information, instructional materials, and resources you want to include.
Tip: Use a clear and descriptive page title so students can easily identify the information or learning materials contained on the page.
How to Create a New Canvas Page
- Open the Canvas course where you want to create a page.
- From the course navigation menu, click Pages.
- Click + Page to create a new page.
- Enter a page title that clearly identifies the purpose of the page.
- Use the Rich Content Editor to add and format your content. You can include:
- Text: Add written instructions, explanations, and learning materials.
- Links: Include links to course resources or external websites.
- Images: Add visual materials that support instruction.
- Media: Include supported multimedia content.
- Formatting: Use headings, lists, and other formatting tools to organize information.
- When finished, select one of the following options:
- Save: Saves the page without publishing it to students.
- Save & Publish: Saves the page and publishes it so students can access it, subject to course availability and other access settings.
How to Edit an Existing Canvas Page
Faculty can update existing Canvas pages when instructional materials or course information need to change.
- Open the Canvas course and select Pages from the course navigation menu.
- Open the existing page you want to modify.
- Click Edit.
- Update the page content using the Rich Content Editor.
- Save your changes when finished.
Understanding Save and Publish Options
When creating a new page, Canvas provides options to save your work or make the page available to students.
| Option |
What It Does |
When to Use |
| Save |
Saves the page without publishing it to students. |
When you are still developing the page or want to review it before publishing. |
| Save & Publish |
Saves the page and publishes it for students, subject to course access settings. |
When the page is complete and ready for students to access. |
Best Practices for Canvas Pages
Organizing course pages with clear titles and headings makes it easier for students to find and understand instructional content.
- Use descriptive titles: Give each page a title that identifies its content.
- Organize with headings: Divide longer pages into clearly labeled sections.
- Keep content readable: Use short paragraphs, lists, and consistent formatting.
- Review before publishing: Check your content, links, and instructional materials before making the page available.
- Consider accessibility: Use meaningful link text, properly structured headings, and alternative text for informative images.
Best Practice: Organize Course Materials
Use clear page titles and headings so students can easily identify course materials.
Need Additional Assistance?
If you need assistance creating, editing, formatting, or publishing Canvas pages, submit a support request through the Canvas Support service.
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